Color Connection activities are designed to be simple and easy to introduce using everyday materials.
Some caregivers find that a few small accessories can help make coloring sessions easier to prepare and manage. Items such as pencil grips, sharpeners, organizers, or clipboards can help keep materials ready and support comfortable participation.
The items listed on this page are optional suggestions that some caregivers find helpful when preparing coloring activities.
Helpful Accesories
Textured Pencil Grips
Soft silicone grips that slide onto pencils or crayons to provide additional comfort and control while coloring. Some caregivers find that textured grips can help reduce hand fatigue and make coloring easier to maintain during activity sessions.
Pencil Case
A small organizer that keeps coloring tools together in one place. Many caregivers find that storing pencils, crayons, and markers in a simple case makes activity sessions easier to prepare.
Standard Pencil Grip
Soft silicone grips that slide onto pencils or crayons to improve comfort and control while coloring. Some caregivers find that grips can help reduce hand fatigue and make coloring activities easier to continue.
Pencil Sharpener
A compact sharpener designed for both standard pencils and thicker colored pencils. The built-in container helps collect shavings and keeps activity areas tidy during coloring sessions.
Clipboard with Storage
A sturdy clipboard that provides a firm surface for coloring pages. Some versions include a storage compartment that can hold printed pages and small coloring tools, helping keep activity materials organized during sessions.
Crayola Super Tips Washable Markers
Versatile washable markers that produce bright color with very little pressure. The specially designed tips allow for both thin lines and broader coloring areas, making them easy to use for relaxed coloring activities.
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A Simple Caregiver Tip
Some people living with dementia may find that small adjustments to materials or setup can make coloring activities more comfortable. Accessories such as pencil grips, clipboards, or simple organizers can help make tools easier to hold and keep activity materials within reach.
Caregivers may wish to experiment with different options to see what feels most comfortable and supportive during coloring sessions.
Additional Recommended Supplies
Printing coloring pages on thicker paper or light card stock can make the pages easier to hold and color.
Sturdier paper also prevents tearing and allows caregivers to store finished pages as small keepsakes from shared activity moments.
Small accessories such as pencil grips, sharpeners, and simple organizers can make coloring sessions smoother and easier to manage.
These tools are optional, but many caregivers find they help reduce frustration and make activities more comfortable.
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